Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
cyclocarpa
ID:
206174

Status:
valid

Authors:
Murb.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1897

Citation Micro:
Acta Univ. Lund.33(12): 80 (1897)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000205503



Common Names

  • Hippocrepis cyclocarpa
  • Cyclocarpous Horse-shoe Vetch
  • Cyclic Horse-shoe Vetch


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Synonyms

  • Hippocrepis cyclocarpa leiocarpa Pamp. [valid]
  • Hippocrepis cyclocarpa pubescens Pamp. [valid]

Description

Hippocrepis cyclocarpa (also called Cyclocarpa Horseshoe Vetch, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Fabaceae. It is native to the Mediterranean region, where it is found in France, Italy, Spain, and Portugal. It typically grows in rocky, dry habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Hippocrepis cyclocarpa is used as a medicinal plant and for its timber. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hippocrepis cyclocarpa is a yellow-orange color with a sweet scent. The seed is a small, dark brown seed with a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small, with dark green leaves and a thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hippocrepis cyclocarpa is a perennial shrub that grows in dry, rocky soils. It is propagated by cuttings or seed. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Hippocrepis cyclocarpa

Hippocrepis cyclocarpa is native to India and can be found in the dry deciduous forests of the country.

Hippocrepis cyclocarpa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hippocrepis cyclocarpa?

Hippocrepis cyclocarpa

What is the family of Hippocrepis cyclocarpa?

Fabaceae

What is the common name of Hippocrepis cyclocarpa?

Circular-fruited Hippocrepis

Species in the Hippocrepis genus

Hippocrepis balearica, Hippocrepis glauca, Hippocrepis scabra, Hippocrepis valentina, Hippocrepis areolata, Hippocrepis bornmulleri, Hippocrepis carpetana, Hippocrepis fruticescens, Hippocrepis rupestris, Hippocrepis scorpioides, Hippocrepis atlantica, Hippocrepis brevipetala, Hippocrepis ciliata, Hippocrepis constricta, Hippocrepis cyclocarpa, Hippocrepis emerus, Hippocrepis liouvillei, Hippocrepis minor, Hippocrepis monticola, Hippocrepis multisiliquosa, Hippocrepis neglecta, Hippocrepis salzmannii, Hippocrepis maura, Hippocrepis unisiliquosa, Hippocrepis biflora, Hippocrepis comosa, Hippocrepis squamata, Hippocrepis castroviejoi, Hippocrepis grosii, Hippocrepis nevadensis, Hippocrepis prostrata, Hippocrepis tavera-mendozae, Hippocrepis brevipetala, Hippocrepis conradiae, Hippocrepis eriocarpa,

Species in the Fabaceae family